Ghana Protest: Crowd Demands Release of NPP Chairman Wontumi

Protests Erupt Outside EOCO in Ghana Over Detention of NPP Chairman Wontumi A large crowd gathered outside the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) in Accra, Ghana on May 29th, 2025, to protest the ongoing detention of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi. The protest, which lasted several hours, saw passionate supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) expressing their discontent with what they perceive as an unfair legal process. The atmosphere was charged with emotion, with many protestors chanting slogans and holding signs demanding Wontumi's immediate release. "We are here to demand justice for our chairman," said one protestor, who declined to be identified. "He has been held for too long without a fair trial. This is an attack on our party and our democracy." The protest highlights the deep divisions within Ghanaian politics and the strong feelings surrounding Chairman Wontumi, a prominent and controversial figure. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions and challenges facing Ghana's political system. While the protest was largely peaceful, it highlights the need for open dialogue and a transparent justice system to address such sensitive issues and maintain stability within the country. The release of Chairman Wontumi, or further developments in the case, will be closely watched by the Ghanaian public.